Functional filter for hair dryer, hair dryer using functional filter, and method for using hair dryer using functional filter to dry hair on head of person

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a functional filter for a hair dryer that makes it possible to alter the quality of a person's hair, a hair dryer that uses the functional filter, and a method for using the hair dryer that uses the functional filter to dry the hair on the head of a person. [Solution] A functional filter 1 for a hair dryer is to be attached to a blowing port of the hair dryer. The filter 1 includes 15–45 wt% of Fe2O3, 10–33 wt% of SiO2, and / or 13–45 wt% of Fuji lava produced within the city of Fujinomiya in Shizuoka. Such a functional filter for a hair dryer makes it possible to alter the quality of a person's hair.

Description

Functional filter for hair dryer, hair dryer using said filter, and method for drying human hair using said hair dryer

[0001] The present invention relates to a hair dryer filter that is attached to the air outlet of a hair dryer, a hair dryer using the filter, and a method for drying human hair using the hair dryer.

[0002] Hair dryers with various functions have been proposed in the past. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses an intake filter for a hair dryer that is attached to the body of the hair dryer and has a screen that functions as a filter, and that includes a basket-shaped holding member mounted within a ring, the holding member having air permeability in the axial direction and at least one separated chamber in which an aromatic agent is held, so that after dust particles are captured, air passes through the filter in the axial direction and the aromatic agent placed in the chamber can improve the scent of the passing air.

[0003] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 5-344911

[0004] However, the above-mentioned conventional techniques have the problem that they are only used to prevent foreign matter from being mixed into the air blown from the hair dryer or to add fragrance, and do not have any effect on the properties of human hair other than drying the hair.

[0005] In view of the above circumstances, an object of the present invention is to provide a functional filter for a hair dryer that can change the properties (moistness, gloss, etc.) of human hair, a hair dryer using the filter, and a method for drying human hair using the hair dryer.

[0006] The inventors of the present invention have conducted extensive research into the above-mentioned problems and have discovered the following revolutionary functional filter for a hair dryer.

[0007] A first aspect of the present invention for solving the above problems is a functional filter for a hair dryer that is attached to an air outlet of a hair dryer, the functional filter comprising 15 to 45% by weight of Fe ２ O３ , 10 to 33 wt. % SiO ２ and 13 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava produced in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

[0008] According to the first aspect, the following effects can be obtained by applying hot air from the hair dryer to human hair.

[0009] 15 to 45 wt. % Fe ２ O ３ When a functional filter for a hair dryer containing the composition is used, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the hair becomes moist, calm, shiny, soft, fine and smooth to the touch, and frizz is reduced, resulting in a more manageable hair condition.

[0010] 10 to 33% by weight of SiO ２ When a functional filter for a hair dryer containing the composition is used, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the hair feels smooth (smooth), light, shiny, straightens out curls (stretches out curls), and is easier to run your fingers through, leaving the hair in a smooth state.

[0011] When a functional hair dryer filter containing 13 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava produced in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture is used, the roots of the hair become fluffier, the overall volume of the hair increases, the hair becomes stronger, and the hair becomes shiny and fluffy, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer.

[0012] The second aspect of the present invention is a composition containing 20 to 45 wt. % Fe. ２ O ３ The functional filter for a hair dryer according to the first aspect of the present invention comprises:

[0013] According to the second aspect, compared to when air of the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the hair becomes more moist, more manageable, shinier, softer, finer and smoother to the touch, with less frizz and more manageable hair.

[0014] The third aspect of the present invention is a composition containing 15 to 33% by weight of SiO ２ The functional filter for a hair dryer according to the first aspect of the present invention comprises:

[0015] According to the third aspect, compared to when air of the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the hair feels smoother (smoother), lighter, shinier, more straightened (stretched), easier to run your fingers through, and smoother.

[0016] A fourth aspect of the present invention is the functional filter for a hair dryer according to the first aspect, characterized in that it contains 20 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava produced in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture.

[0017] According to the fourth aspect, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the roots of the hair become fluffier, the overall volume of the hair increases, the hair has more body, and the hair becomes shinier and fluffier.

[0018] A fifth aspect of the present invention is the functional filter for a hair dryer according to the first aspect, characterized in that the functional filter is formed of a lattice-shaped ceramic when viewed from the air-blowing direction of the hair dryer.

[0019] According to the fifth aspect, the functional filter for a hair dryer according to this aspect has a large surface area that can come into contact with the hot air blown from the hair dryer, so that it can emit high-intensity electromagnetic waves by thermal radiation and can rectify the hot air blown from the hair dryer in a predetermined direction. In addition, the functional filter for a hair dryer according to this aspect has sufficient strength.

[0020] A sixth aspect of the present invention is the functional filter for a hair dryer according to the first aspect, wherein the hair dryer blows air at a temperature of 35 to 110° C. into the air outlet.

[0021] According to the sixth aspect, the above-mentioned effects can be more effectively exhibited.

[0022] A seventh aspect of the present invention is a hair dryer equipped with the functional filter for a hair dryer according to any one of the first to sixth aspects.

[0023] According to the seventh aspect, it is possible to provide a hair dryer having the above-mentioned effects.

[0024] An eighth aspect of the present invention is a method for drying human hair using the hair dryer according to the seventh aspect.

[0025] According to the eighth aspect, the above-mentioned effects can be imparted to human hair.

[0026] FIG. 1 shows a functional filter for a hair dryer according to embodiment 1, where (a) is a schematic front view as viewed from the air outlet side, and (b) is a schematic cross-sectional view along the line A-A' shown in (a). FIG. 2 is a component table for the Fuji lava of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a table showing the composition of the filter used in the examples. FIG. 4 shows photographs showing the experimental results when filter A was used, where (a) is a photograph of the left side after one exposure to hot air from a hair dryer, (b) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head, (c) is a photograph of the left side after one week of continuous use of hot air from a hair dryer (once a day for seven days), and (d) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head. Figure 5 shows photographs illustrating the experimental results when filter B was used. (a) is a photograph of the left side after one exposure to hot air from a hair dryer, (b) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head, (c) is a photograph of the left side after one week of continuous use of hot air from a hair dryer (once a day for seven days), and (d) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head. Figure 6 shows photographs illustrating the experimental results when filter C was used. (a) is a photograph of the left side after one exposure to hot air from a hair dryer, (b) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head, (c) is a photograph of the left side after one week of continuous use of hot air from a hair dryer (once a day for seven days), and (d) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head. Figure 7 shows photographs illustrating the experimental results when the comparative example was used. (a) is a photograph of the left side after one exposure to hot air from a hair dryer, and (b) is a photograph of the area near the top of the head. Figure 8 shows the contents of the questionnaire. Figure 9 is a table showing the attributes of the subjects of the experiment using filter A and the questionnaire results. Fig. 10 is a table showing statistical data summarizing the results of the questionnaire in Fig. 9. Fig. 11 is a table showing the attributes of the people who were subjects of the experiment using filter B and the results of the questionnaire. Fig. 12 is a table showing statistical data summarizing the results of the questionnaire in Fig. 11. Fig. 13 is a table showing the attributes of the people who were subjects of the experiment using filter C and the results of the questionnaire. Fig. 14 is a table showing statistical data summarizing the results of the questionnaire in Fig. 13.

[0027] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS A functional filter for a hair dryer according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0028] (Embodiment 1) The functional filter for a hair dryer according to this embodiment is attached to the air outlet of a hair dryer. Specifically, as shown in Fig. 1, the functional filter for a hair dryer 1 according to this embodiment has a structure in which a lattice-shaped member 12 is fitted into an annular member 11, and a plurality of spaces 15 are formed by the lattice-shaped member 12.

[0029] The functional filter for hair dryers 1 has a plurality of spaces 15, which provides a large surface area that can come into contact with the hot air blown from the hair dryer, and can radiate high-intensity electromagnetic waves by thermal radiation and rectify the hot air blown from the hair dryer in a predetermined direction. In addition, the functional filter for hair dryers 1 has sufficient strength.

[0030] Next, the material constituting the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer will be described. The material constituting the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer is a material containing 15 to 45% by weight of Fe. ２ O ３ (iron dioxide), 10 to 33% by weight of SiO ２ (silicon dioxide) and 13 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava produced in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture (hereinafter referred to as "Fuji lava").

[0031] Here, Fuji lava refers to Fuji lava mined in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture, which is the same as or recognized as having the same composition as shown in Figure 2, or rock recognized as the same in the industry that handles rock as a ceramic material. Note that if the concentration of each material is lower than the above-mentioned concentration range, the effects on hair described below cannot be fully exerted, and if the concentration is higher than the above-mentioned range, the quality (color, strength, etc.) of the functional filter for hair dryers will decrease and the production yield will become unstable.

[0032] Other materials contained in the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer are not particularly limited, but include Fe, ２ O ３ , SiO ２It is preferable that the material does not absorb much of the electromagnetic waves (radiated at 35 to 110°C) emitted by the thermal radiation (thermal radiation) from the Fuji lava. Other materials that can be included include cordierite (magnesium oxide (MgO), aluminum oxide (Al ２ O ３ ), silicon dioxide (SiO ２ ), tourmaline, germanium, radium, etc. The functional filter 1 for a hair dryer containing cordierite as another material not only has a high effect on hair as described below, but also has low thermal expansion, high thermal shock resistance, and high mechanical strength.

[0033] The functional filter 1 for a hair dryer can be manufactured using the same manufacturing method as that for general ceramics.

[0034] Next, we will explain the effects of blowing air at 35 to 110°C onto human hair using the functional hair dryer filter 1 made from each material. The details of the mechanism of the effects described below are currently unknown, but it is thought that they may be due to the thermal radiation of each material.

[0035] First, the material is 15 to 45 wt % Fe ２ O ３ The case where the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer containing the above-mentioned ingredients is used will be described. The functional filter 1 for a hair dryer is attached to the air outlet of a hair dryer, and air at 35 to 110°C (air volume 0.3 m) is blown from the hair dryer onto human hair. ３ / min~2.0m ３ / min.), compared to when air of the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer, the hair becomes moist, calm, shiny, soft, fine and smooth to the touch, and the hair is less frizzy and more manageable.

[0036] The material contains 20 to 45% by weight of Fe. ２ O ３The functional filter 1 for a hair dryer preferably contains 35 to 40% by weight of Fe, and particularly preferably 35 to 40% by weight of Fe. By using such a functional filter 1 for a hair dryer, the above-mentioned effects can be further improved. ２ O ３ When the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer containing SiO ２ In comparison with the functional filter 1 for hair dryers containing Fuji lava, the smoothness is less, and the volume is not increased compared with the case where the functional filter 1 for hair dryers containing Fuji lava is used.

[0037] Next, 10 to 33% by weight of SiO ２ The following describes the use of a functional filter 1 for a hair dryer containing the above-mentioned compound. When this functional filter 1 for a hair dryer is attached to the air outlet of a hair dryer and air at 35 to 110°C is blown from the hair dryer onto human hair, the hair feels smooth (smooth), shiny, and light, and the curls of the hair are straightened (the degree to which curls are straightened), making it easier to run your fingers through, and leaving it smoother, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer.

[0038] The material is 15 to 33% by weight of SiO ２ The functional filter 1 for a hair dryer preferably contains SiO 2 , and more preferably contains 20 to 25% by weight. The use of such a functional filter 1 for a hair dryer can further improve the above-mentioned effects. ２ When the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer containing Fe ２ O ３ The moist feeling is less than that of the functional filter for hair dryers 1 containing Fuji lava, and the volume is not increased compared to the case where the functional filter for hair dryers 1 containing Fuji lava is used.

[0039] Next, we will explain the use of a functional hair dryer filter 1 containing 13 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava as a material. When this functional hair dryer filter 1 is attached to the air outlet of a hair dryer and air at 35 to 110°C is blown from the hair dryer onto human hair, the roots of the hair become fluffier, the overall volume of the hair increases, and the hair becomes more resilient, shiny, and fluffy, compared to when air at the same temperature is blown onto human hair from a conventional hair dryer.

[0040] The functional filter 1 for hair dryers preferably contains 20 to 45% by weight of Fuji lava, and more preferably 30 to 40% by weight. The use of such a functional filter 1 for hair dryers can further improve the above-mentioned effects. However, the functional filter 1 for hair dryers containing Fuji lava contains Fe. ２ O ３ The moist feeling is less than that of the functional filter 1 for hair dryers containing SiO ２ It has less of a smooth feeling compared to Functional Filter 1 for Hair Dryers, which contains

[0041] Here, the temperature of the air blown from the hair dryer is preferably 60 to 110° C., and particularly preferably 65 to 100° C. By setting the temperature of the air blown from the hair dryer within this range, the above-mentioned effects can be further improved.

[0042] Furthermore, the above-mentioned effects can be obtained by blowing air at 35 to 110°C onto human hair once (for example, for 5 minutes) using the functional filter 1 for a hair dryer made of each material, but even greater effects can be obtained by repeatedly blowing the same action multiple times.

[0043] Each functional filter for a hair dryer shown in Figure 3 was manufactured, and an experiment was conducted on the same person to dry their hair under the following conditions: 1. After washing, the hair was removed with a towel. 2. The same hair dryer was used under the same conditions (air temperature at the outlet: 80°C, air volume: 1.6 m ３ / min) <Comparative Example>

[0044] An experiment of drying hair was carried out under the same conditions as in Examples 1 to 3, except that the functional filter for a hair dryer was not attached to the hair dryer.

[0045] Photographs of the experimental results are shown in Figures 4 to 7. Figure 4 shows the experimental results when filter A was used, Figure 5 shows the experimental results when filter B was used, Figure 6 shows the experimental results when filter C was used, and Figure 7 shows the experimental results of a comparative example.

[0046] As can be seen from the experimental results, Fe ２ O ３ In the example using filter A containing , compared to the comparative example, it was found that hair became moist, calm, shiny, soft, fine and smooth to the touch, the frizz of hair was reduced, and the hair became more manageable. It was also found that this effect was greater when used continuously for one week (once a day for 7 days) than when used once.

[0047] Next, SiO ２ In the example using filter B containing Fe, it was found that the hair felt smooth, shiny, and light, the curls were straightened (stretching degree of curls), and the hair was smooth and easy to run your fingers through, compared to the comparative example. ２ O ３ It was also found that the moist feeling was less than that of Functional Hair Dryer Filter 1, which contained 1. Furthermore, it was found that this effect was greater when used continuously for one week (once a day for seven days) than when used just once.

[0048] Furthermore, in the example using filter C containing Fuji lava, it was found that compared to the comparative example, the roots of the hair became fluffy, the overall volume of the hair increased, the hair became stronger, and the hair became shiny and fluffy. ２ O ３ The moist feeling is less than that of functional hair dryer filter 1 containing SiO ２The dry feeling is less than that of the functional filter 1 for hair dryers containing . Furthermore, it was found that this effect is greater when used continuously for one week (once a day for seven days) than when used just once.

[0049] Next, in order to confirm whether the effects of each of the above-mentioned filters are generalizable, an experiment was conducted in which people with certain attributes had their hair dried under the same conditions as in the above-mentioned examples. After that, the people who underwent the experiment were given a questionnaire shown in Figure 8.

[0050] Figure 9 shows the attributes of the subjects in the experiment using Filter A and the results of the questionnaire, and Figure 10 shows the statistical data. As is clear from these results, many subjects felt the same effect from Filter A as in the experiment described above. Note that, because this test was a sensory test (sensory evaluation), it is likely that low ratings were included due to differences in perception among individuals (the same applies to the evaluation results for Filter B and Filter C).

[0051] 11 shows the attributes of the people who were subjects of the experiment using filter B and the results of the questionnaire, and Fig. 12 shows the statistical data. As is clear from these results, many people felt the same effect as in the above-mentioned experiment with filter B.

[0052] Furthermore, Fig. 13 shows the attributes of the people who were subjects of the experiment using filter C and the results of the questionnaire, and Fig. 14 shows the statistical data. As is clear from these results, it was found that many people felt the same effect as in the above-mentioned experiment with filter C. (Other Embodiments)

[0053] In the above-described embodiment, the shape of the space when viewed from the air outlet side is square, but the present invention is not limited to this. The shape of the space when viewed from the air outlet side may be, for example, rectangular, diamond-shaped, fan-shaped, honeycomb-shaped, or the like.

[0054] 1 Functional filter for hair dryer 11 Annular member 12 Lattice-shaped member 15 Space portion

Claims

1. A functional filter for a hair dryer that is attached to an air outlet of the hair dryer, 15 to 45% by weight of Fe ２ Contains O3; A functional filter for a hair dryer.

2. A functional filter for a hair dryer that is attached to an air outlet of the hair dryer, comprising: The Fuji lava produced in Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture, contains 13 to 45% by weight of the Fuji lava, which contains the following components: A functional filter for a hair dryer. 44.2 wt.% SiO2 19.8% by weight Al2O3 14.0 wt% Fe2O3 11.5% by weight CaO 4.59% by weight MgO 2.90% by weight Na2O 1.53 wt% TiO2 0.703 wt% K2O 0.234 wt.% MnO 0.195% by weight P2O5 0.0797% by weight V2O5 0.0724% by weight BaO 0.0560% by weight SrO 0.0349 wt% Cl 0.0283 wt.% CuO 0.0162% by weight ZnO 0.0074 wt.% ZrO2 0.0070% by weight SO3 0.0044 wt% Ga2O3 0.0040 wt% Co2O3 0.0018% by weight Rb2O

3. 20 to 45% by weight of Fe ２ O ３ The functional filter for a hair dryer according to claim 1, further comprising:

4. 3. The functional filter for a hair dryer according to claim 2, characterized in that it contains 20 to 45% by weight of the Fuji lava.

5. 3. The functional filter for a hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein the functional filter is made of a lattice-shaped ceramic material when viewed from the air blowing direction of the hair dryer.

6. 3. The functional filter for a hair dryer according to claim 1, wherein the hair dryer blows air at a temperature of 35 to 110° C. into an air outlet.

7. A hair dryer comprising the functional filter for hair dryers according to claim 1 or 2.

8. A method for drying human hair using the hair dryer according to claim 7.